NTNC's Strengths

The Governing Board of Trustees consists of distinguished and recognized national and international personalities

The network of partners (Chapters) provides international linkages and recognition

NTNC Act gives a clear mandate and authority to complement and supplement the Government efforts in nature conservation and sustainable development

With its own execution modality, NTNC can operate projects with flexibility and speed unhindered by bureaucratic red tape

Recognized as an apolitical and competent organization with high credibility; substantial and rich experiences gained in nature conservation activities since the beginning of its operations; pioneering achievements of NTNC in nature conservation regarded as impressive by different groups of stakeholders, conservation agencies and donors

Confidence and goodwill earned from donors as NTNC has demonstrated its ability to achieve output as per their expectations

At the project level, effective coordination and communication with local government agencies

Holistic and integrated grassroot approach; working directly with stakeholders; respect for traditional practices, sustainable utilization of local resources

Credibility and rapport with local communities, accepted as facilitator by local communities and responsive to local needs

Bottom-up planning followed in all field projects

Capacity to design and implement innovative programme related to conservation and development

Experienced, trained, competent and committed staff in the field projects; effective teamwork and good communication among all levels of staff

Diverse academic qualifications of staff with specialization and expertise in various disciplines related to nature conservation

Excellent physical facilities and well equipped offices suited to the work undertaken in field offices